Eggnog Cake - a browned butter spice cake with eggnog buttercream, perfect for holiday entertaining and Christmas dessert. A new layer cake recipe by our contributor, Tessa Huff. With the holidays creeping up on us sooner and sooner each year, it can be difficult to know just when to start making and snacking on our favorite treats. Sometimes I feel like I wait all year just to indulge in daily sugar cookies a little more guilt free. But when the weather gets chilly and the days are ... Continue Reading
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Bakery Tour : Jenna Rae Cakes
Today is the first post our brand new series : Bakery Tours! We're hanging out with some of our favorite bakers and cake designers, taking an inside peek at bakery life! Bakery Name: Jenna Rae Cakes Location: 580 Academy Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Years in Business: 4 years - storefront opened in 2014 Meet The Team: Jenna : Founder | Co-Owner | Cake Designer | Twin Sister Ashley : Co-Owner | Head Baker | Graphic Designer and Photo Stylist | Twin Sister Chelsea : ... Continue Reading
Chocolate Poinsettia Cake
Chocolate Poinsettia Cake - how to make a chocolate poinsettia flower using candy melts and a knife. A new tutorial by our contributor Erin Gardner. I’ve come to the conclusion that making flowers is my absolute favorite part of cake decorating. Fondant, sugar, chocolate - you name it, I love it! Lately, I’ve particularly come to enjoy making chocolate flowers. They aren’t only beautiful, they’re also entirely edible and delicious! (Sadly, not something I can say about their pretty ... Continue Reading
Christmas Gallery
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Chocolate Painted Cake
Our contributor, Erica OBrien, owner of Erica OBrien Cake Design, is back for the next post in our Trending series. Erica is helping us translate today's top trends in fashion, design, art and everyday life into fabulous cake designs. Watch each month as she goes from inspiration on Pinterest to cake concept and then the final cake design. Today is all about dramatically dark designs! I wanted this cake to be a celebration of the bounty of Thanksgiving, my absolute favorite holiday. ... Continue Reading
Lyndsay Sung : Contributor
Lyndsay Sung grew up with a love of cakes, pastries and all things buttercream rose-covered. She first discovered the wonders of baking herself after receiving a pink Kitchen Aid stand mixer as a wedding present from her grandma. Once that motor started running, the obsession with baking and subsequently cake decorating began! Starting off in the gentle world of cupcakes, Lyndsay started her tiny cake business back in 2008 and documented all of her cakes and projects on her blog Coco Cake ... Continue Reading
10 Pretty Black Cakes
At one point and time, we wouldn't have dreamed of a pretty black cake. But over the last year, gorgeously-dark black cakes have been popping up everywhere. And we are absolutely loving this look. Black is such a bold color and it creates a wonderful contrast with white, soft pastels, neons and more. So today we're taking a look at some of our favorite black cakes. Here's 10 Pretty Black Cakes to Love! Petite flowers and shades of neon make this design, created by Erin Gardner of ... Continue Reading
8 Boo-tiful Bash Ideas
Halloween is just one week away! But do not fret, we've got you covered with all sorts of fun ways to make your day super spook-tacular! Of course, there's oodles of recipes and cake tutorials in our Halloween Gallery -- it's filled with projects from the past and fresh new ideas from 2014. And today I've partnered up with some of my favorite party girls to bring you another batch of Halloween ideas! Sure to make this Halloween the best one yet. It's 8 Ways to Make a Boo-tiful ... Continue Reading
Paper Garland Cake
Our contributor, Erica OBrien, owner of Erica OBrien Cake Design, is back for the next post in our Trending series. Erica is helping us translate today's top trends in fashion, design, art and everyday life into fabulous cake designs. Watch each month as she goes from inspiration on Pinterest to cake concept and then the final cake design. Today is all about paper garlands! I love to have fun. I love to laugh. And I like to think that my cakes reflect my free spirit: cakes that are ... Continue Reading
Stencil-Painted Rose Cake
Stencil-Painted Rose Cake! Learn how to make this gorgeous hand-painted rose cake, using cake stencils and an innovative cake decorating technique. We're so excited to welcome Robin Martin of Gateaux Inc. back to the blog today! We know that when Robin stops by, she's bringing us something new and innovative! And today is no exception. Not only does Robin create gorgeous cakes as the owner of Gateaux Inc., but she is the mastermind behind an entire line of cake stencils which are nothing ... Continue Reading
GLUTEN-FREE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
Who doesn't love a good chocolate chip cookie? It's a timeless treat that almost everyone can agree upon! Around here, we never tire of new spins on this classic recipe. Milk chocolate or dark chocolate, flat and crispy or soft and chewy.... we're up for anything chocolate chip cookie related. To include today's featured recipe -- a gluten-free variation that looks just as tempting as the original. These perfectly large cookies, with golden brown edges and an abundance of chocolate chips, ... Continue Reading
Red, White & Blue Desserts
With the Fourth of July holiday almost upon us, I thought we'd have a little red, white and blue fun today. We're taking a look at some of my favorite patriotic desserts from the blog and around the web. Each one of these recipes is perfectly suited for Independence Day and is just begging for you to give-it-a-go this week. So as you line your fence with stars and stripes, prepping for some good old fashioned flag waving and firework gazing, make sure your plans include one of these delicious ... Continue Reading
Chocolate Turtle Cake
Today's recipe is a tad outrageous, in the oh-my-goodness that looks divine, kind of way. It's a chocolate lovers fantasy with layers of chocolate cake studded with chocolate chips and pecans, stacked with swirls of dulce de leche infused frosting and topped with caramel drizzles. It's finished off with chopped turtle candies and toasted pecans. If you're not drooling by now, just wait until you see it! You'll instantly add this recipe to your must-bake, and must-devour, list! It comes to ... Continue Reading
10 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Mother's Day is only a few days away but there is still plenty of time to plan a celebration of the mother in your life. Over the years, she has given you everything. So it can be more than a challenge finding the right gift to show mom just how much you appreciate her. Today, we're helping you out with a few gift ideas that are as unique and thoughtful as mom herself. If your mom is often found wearing an apron and whisking up something delicious, perhaps one of these gifts should be on ... Continue Reading
Strawberry Swirl Cream Cheese Pound Cake
Sweet, delicate and delicious. Fresh berries might just be one of the best perks that summer has to offer. Besides the extra long days filled with sunshine, family roadtrips and endless opportunities to BBQ, that is. With strawberry season in full swing, there's no better time for today's featured cake recipe. A decadently-dense cream cheese pound cake, while perfectly delightful all on its own, surprises us with an extra touch of something sweet -- strawberry glaze. Yes, little swirls of ... Continue Reading
DIY : Easter Bunny Garden
Easter is just a few days away but there's still plenty of time for today's DIY. Who can resist an adorable bunny tail, all fluffy and white? Especially when it's ridiculously cute like today's featured tutorial! This little cupcake garden is filled with whimsical fondant bunnies, frilly cabbage and carrots. And dare I say, it's hoppin' with fun. It all comes to us from the fabulous new book, Sweet and Unique Cupcake Toppers by Lynlee Beckett of Lynlee's Petite Cakes. Lynlee is a ... Continue Reading
Erica OBrien : Contributor
Erica OBrien first discovered cake design quite by accident almost twenty years ago while living in New York. She had always wanted to be an artist, and found that cake offered the artistic outlet she coveted. After moving to California in 2006, Erica began designing cakes full time. She quickly gained recognition by major bridal publications such as Brides and The Knot, and attracted a large online following. It was in California that Erica truly realized her artistry, allowing her style ... Continue Reading
Black & White Anemone Cake
You know it's going to be a good week when it starts off like this. We're brightening your Monday with a cake that redefines the word gorgeous. Taking it to a whole new level of style and sophistication. Today's feature is a stunning combination of mixed patterns and textures that comes together in the most mesmerizing way. A bold black and white print is contrasted with shades of blush and soft wisps of gold. While extra tall, slender tiers play canvas to a bouquet of anemones, roses and ... Continue Reading
Pink & Gold Cake Table
I hope you have a few moments to spare, because today's feature is worthy of your full attention. It's one of those cakes that's almost too pretty for words. Gorgeous shades of blush pink are mixed with subtle hints of gold and tall slender tiers covered in pristine white fondant. Flirty, frilly wafer paper flowers cascade down the front, growing in size and abundance on the way down. While the surrounding table is overflowing with amazing cupcakes and statement-making flowers. The entire ... Continue Reading
Wafer Paper Flower Cake
LOVE. It's funny how one word can say so much. And when it comes to today's featured cake, this one word says it all. From its simplistic beauty to the modern color scheme, there is just so much to love about this cake. Crisp, extra tall tiers are covered in pristine white fondant, creating a canvas for the gorgeous details to come. LOVE, written in black script letters, conveys a sweet message appropriate for weddings, bridal showers, anniversaries or Valentine's Day. Really, any day is a ... Continue Reading
Black & Gold Owl Birthday
Over the years, we've featured numerous owl cakes. Because, really, whooo doesn't love a cute little owl cake with big smiling eyes? Around here, owl cakes always give us something to hoot about! (Okay, I promise to tone down all of the owl-related puns, it's just hard to resist.) Well today's owl cake is perfectly suited for 2014. With a black and gold color scheme and a modern mix of bold prints, this is not your traditional owl cake. Gold and white stripes are paired with a playful ... Continue Reading
Stepford Wives Dessert Table
Today's feature just might be too cute for words. We're stepping back in time to a retro style kitchen, filled with freshly baked desserts and cheery dose of suburbia. A frilly-apron-clad housewife is whipping up her best batch of cookies and offering you one straight from the oven. It's a little scene of domestic bliss, with a 3D cake as the centerpiece. It comes to us from Jacki Fanto, owner of Blissfully Sweet Cakes located in Sydney, Australia. Created for a kitchen tea, this display ... Continue Reading
Hello Kitty Birthday
Today's feature is so ridiculously adorable that the cuteness factor is simply off the charts. Everything about this party says happy. Happy, Happy Birthday! To be exact. Rainbow neon is mixed with small pops of black and white to create a cheerful color scheme that's vivid and so right now. A tissue paper bow backdrop sets the stage for a dessert table filled with brilliant sweets and a cake that will knock your socks off. And the star of the show is that iconic white cat we all know and ... Continue Reading
Free Valentine’s Printables RoundUp
Valentine's Day is right around the corner. So we're gearing up with a roundup of Valentine's Printables to help make your day even sweeter. Five fabulous ways to say I love you. And the best part is that they're free! Just download, print and give to the special people in your life. Okay, let's start with the cake. Because in my book, it always starts with the cake! I put together this little printable for the cake lovers out there... I love you more than chocolate cake with ... Continue Reading
The Perfect Blend
Bridal shower or Valentines, it's always a good day to celebrate love. And today's feature does just that, in a way that's uniquely beautiful and downright charming. It comes to us from Anna Craig of Sweet On You who paired up with Nicole Sihlis of Created Lovely Events and a team of Canadian talent. This dessert table in shades of pastel and gold brings together vintage tea cups with a mix of loose leaf teas and some incredibly sweet desserts. Not one, but two lovely cakes stand tall among ... Continue Reading
Top Recipes of 2013
Happy New Year! I can hardly believe what I'm about to type... but 2014 is here! It's time to kick off another new year of cake inspiration and, as always, the months ahead are full of fabulous things to come. While I'm anxious to see everything that 2014 has in store, I'm not quite ready to say goodbye to last year. The past twelve months were filled to the brim with new recipes, DIY's and tutorials, new cake designs and dessert tables. And we simply can't let an incredible year like 2013 ... Continue Reading
The 10th Cake of Christmas
It's our third annual holiday series.... The 12 Cakes of Christmas!! We're oohing and aahing over twelve marvelous cake designs, created especially for this series! All brand new, never seen before, and created by some of your favorite bakers! For our theme this year, we're taking a moment to reflect on our favorite Christmas memories and traditions. It's a feel good month, celebrating the little things that make this season shine bright. Each of our featured bakers was asked to create a ... Continue Reading
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